Slide Deck Generator
Transform content into professional slide deck with comprehensive outlines and generated slide images.
Usage
bash
# From markdown file /baoyu-slide-deck path/to/article.md # With style preference /baoyu-slide-deck path/to/article.md --style corporate /baoyu-slide-deck path/to/article.md --style playful /baoyu-slide-deck path/to/article.md --style technical # With audience specification /baoyu-slide-deck path/to/article.md --audience beginners /baoyu-slide-deck path/to/article.md --audience executives # With language /baoyu-slide-deck path/to/article.md --lang zh /baoyu-slide-deck path/to/article.md --lang en # Outline only (no image generation) /baoyu-slide-deck path/to/article.md --outline-only # Direct content input /baoyu-slide-deck [paste content]
Options
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
--style <name> | Visual style preset (see Style Gallery) |
--audience <type> | Target audience level |
--lang <code> | Output language (en, zh, etc.) |
--slides <number> | Target slide count (max 20) |
--outline-only | Generate outline only, skip image generation |
Style Gallery
| Style | Description |
|---|---|
editorial (Default) | Clean, sophisticated, minimalist |
corporate | Professional, trustworthy, polished |
technical | Precise, data-driven, analytical |
playful | Bold, energetic, engaging |
minimal | Ultra-clean, zen-like, focused |
storytelling | Narrative-driven, cinematic, immersive |
warm | Cozy, healing, hand-drawn illustration style |
retro-flat | Flat vector illustration with retro palette |
notion | Minimalist hand-drawn line art, intellectual |
Detailed style definitions: references/styles/<style>.md
Auto Style Selection
When no --style is specified, analyze content for style signals:
| Content Signals | Selected Style |
|---|---|
| AI, coding, tech, digital, algorithm, data | technical |
| Business, strategy, investment, corporate | corporate |
| Personal story, journey, narrative, emotion | storytelling |
| Simple, zen, focus, essential, one idea | minimal |
| Fun, creative, workshop, educational | playful |
| Research, analysis, thought leadership | editorial |
| Wellness, healing, cozy, self-care, lifestyle, comfort | warm |
| Tutorial, explainer, how-to, beginner, product, guide | retro-flat |
| Knowledge, concept, productivity, SaaS, notion, intellectual | notion |
Audience Presets
| Audience | Approach |
|---|---|
beginners | Step-by-step, more context, simpler visuals |
intermediate | Balanced detail, some assumed knowledge |
experts | Dense information, technical depth, less hand-holding |
executives | High-level insights, key metrics, strategic focus |
general | Accessible language, broad appeal, clear takeaways |
File Management
With Article Path
code
path/to/
├── article.md
└── slide-deck/
├── outline.md
├── prompts/
│ ├── 01-cover.md
│ ├── 02-content-1.md
│ └── ...
├── 01-cover.png
├── 02-content-1.png
└── ...
Without Article Path
code
./baoyu-slide-deck-outputs/YYYY-MM-DD/[topic-slug]/ ├── outline.md ├── prompts/ │ ├── 01-cover.md │ └── ... ├── 01-cover.png └── ...
Workflow
Step 1: Analyze Content & Select Style
- •Read source content
- •If
--stylespecified, use that style - •Otherwise, analyze content for style signals
- •Extract key information:
- •Core narrative and key messages
- •Important data points and statistics
- •Logical flow and structure
- •Target audience signals
Step 2: Generate Outline
Create outline with STYLE_INSTRUCTIONS block and slide specifications.
Outline Format:
markdown
# Slide Deck Outline: [Topic] **Source**: [source file or "Direct input"] **Style**: [selected style] **Audience**: [target audience] **Language**: [output language] **Slide Count**: N slides **Generated**: YYYY-MM-DD HH:mm --- <STYLE_INSTRUCTIONS> Design Aesthetic: [Overall style description] Background Color: [Description and Hex Code] Primary Font: [Font name for Headlines] Secondary Font: [Font name for Body copy] Color Palette: Primary Text Color: [Hex Code] Primary Accent Color: [Hex Code] Visual Elements: [Lines, shapes, imagery style, etc.] </STYLE_INSTRUCTIONS> --- ## Slide 1: [Descriptive Title] **Position**: Cover **Filename**: 01-cover.png // NARRATIVE GOAL [Storytelling purpose within the overall arc] // KEY CONTENT Headline: [Main message - narrative, not "Title: Subtitle" format] Sub-headline: [Supporting context] Body: - [Key point 1 with specific data from source] - [Key point 2 with specific data from source] // VISUAL [Detailed description of imagery, charts, graphics, or abstract visuals] // LAYOUT [Composition, hierarchy, spatial arrangement, focus points] --- ## Slide 2: [First Content] ... ## Slide N: [Back Cover] ...
Required Slide Structure:
- •Slide 1: Cover Slide (poster-style, heroic typography)
- •Slides 2-N-1: Content slides (consistent internal style)
- •Slide N: Back Cover (closing statement, not "Thank You")
Step 3: Save Outline
Save outline as outline.md in target directory.
If --outline-only flag is set, stop here.
Step 4: Create Prompt Files
For each slide, create a style-specific prompt file.
Prompt Format:
markdown
Slide theme: [slide title] Style: [style name] Position: [cover/content/back-cover] Visual composition: - Main visual: [style-appropriate description from VISUAL section] - Layout: [from LAYOUT section] - Decorative elements: [style-specific decorations] Color scheme: - Background: [style background color] - Primary text: [style text color] - Accent: [style accent color] Text content: - Headline: [headline text] - Sub-headline: [sub-headline if any] - Body points: [bullet points if any] Style notes: [specific style characteristics to emphasize]
Step 5: Generate Images
For each slide, generate using:
bash
/baoyu-gemini-web --promptfiles [SKILL_ROOT]/skills/baoyu-slide-deck/prompts/system.md [TARGET_DIR]/prompts/01-cover.md --image [TARGET_DIR]/01-cover.png
Generation flow:
- •Generate images sequentially
- •After each image, output progress: "Generated X/N"
- •On failure, auto-retry once
- •If retry fails, log reason, continue to next
Step 6: Completion Report
code
Slide Deck Generated! Topic: [topic] Style: [style name] Audience: [audience] Location: [directory path] Slides: N total - 01-cover.png ✓ Cover - 02-content-1.png ✓ Content - 03-content-2.png ✓ Content - ... - 0N-back-cover.png ✓ Back Cover Outline: outline.md [If any failures] Failed: - 0X-slide-name.png: [failure reason]
Notes
Design Philosophy
- •Deck is designed for reading and sharing, not live presentation
- •Structure should be self-explanatory without a presenter
- •Include enough context for visuals to be understood standalone
- •Err on the side of audience having more expertise than expected
Content Rules
- •Maximum 20 slides per deck
- •Every data point must trace to source material
- •All details in prompts - image generator has no access to source
Style Rules
- •Avoid AI-generated clichés ("It wasn't just X, it was Y")
- •Use narrative headlines, not "Title: Subtitle" format
- •Cover and Back Cover should be visually distinct (poster-style)
- •Back Cover should be meaningful closure, not "Thank You" or "Questions?"
Prohibited
- •Never include photorealistic images of prominent individuals
- •Never include placeholder slides for author name, date, etc.
Image Generation
- •Image generation typically takes 10-30 seconds per slide
- •Auto-retry once on generation failure
- •Use cartoon alternatives for sensitive public figures
- •Output language matches content language
- •Maintain style consistency across all slides